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48 Hours in Madrid: Summer Itinerary with 20% Off
Madrid has a special rhythm during the summer. Mornings are perfect for exploring its historic streets, afternoons invite you to discover museums, shops and charming cafés, and evenings come alive with terraces, delicious food and walks through the illuminated city centre.
To help you make the most of your stay, we have created the perfect 48-hour itinerary in Madrid, with Windsor Puerta del Sol as your starting point.
And this summer, there is an even better reason to pack your bags: book a minimum stay of two nights at Windsor Puerta del Sol and enjoy 20% off stays during August.
Ready to experience Madrid?
Day 1: Discover Madrid’s Most Iconic Sights
Morning: Wake Up in the Heart of Madrid
Your city break begins at Windsor Puerta del Sol, located on Calle del Pozo, just a few steps from the famous Puerta del Sol. Its central location means you can start exploring Madrid from the moment you leave your room, without wasting time on long journeys across the city.
After breakfast, begin your day in Puerta del Sol. Take a photo beside the Bear and the Strawberry Tree statue, find the Kilometre Zero plaque and continue walking towards Plaza Mayor, one of the most beautiful and historic squares in Madrid.
From there, visit the Mercado de San Miguel, stroll along Calle Mayor and continue towards the Royal Palace and Plaza de Oriente.
Take your time and enjoy the elegant façades, hidden streets and lively squares that make Madrid’s historic centre so special.
Lunchtime: Taste Traditional Madrid
After a morning of sightseeing, it is time to enjoy Madrid’s famous gastronomy.
Choose between a traditional tavern, a modern restaurant or a sunny terrace in the city centre.
Try a classic calamari sandwich, croquettes, Spanish tortilla or a selection of tapas to share Madrid is also discovered through its food, its flavours and those long lunches that turn into unforgettable moments.
Afternoon: Culture Without the Heat
The warmest hours of the day are ideal for exploring Madrid’s cultural side.
Visit the Prado Museum, the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum or the Reina Sofía Museum and discover some of the world’s most important works of art.
Madrid’s famous Art Walk is the perfect way to escape the summer heat while enjoying a unique cultural experience.
Evening: Gran Vía and Madrid by Night
As the temperature begins to cool, walk back towards the centre through Cibeles and Gran Vía, one of Madrid’s most iconic avenues.
Admire its architecture, explore its theatres and enjoy the lively atmosphere that fills the city after sunset.
Have dinner nearby, watch a musical or simply wander through the streets and experience the energy of Madrid at night.
At the end of the evening, Windsor Puerta del Sol will be just a short walk away, ready to welcome you for a well-deserved rest.
Day 2: Parks, Shopping and Unforgettable Sunsets
Morning: A Walk Through El Retiro Park
Start your second day early with a relaxing walk through El Retiro Park.
Its shaded paths, gardens and peaceful corners make it the perfect place to enjoy the cooler morning temperatures.
Visit the lake, admire the beautiful Crystal Palace and finish your walk at Puerta de Alcalá, one of Madrid’s most recognisable monuments.
It is a relaxing, romantic and highly photogenic way to discover another side of the city.
Lunchtime: Tapas and Madrid’s Most Characterful Neighbourhoods
For lunch, return to the city centre or explore one of Madrid’s most vibrant neighbourhoods.
Chueca, Malasaña, La Latina and the Literary Quarter are filled with restaurants, cafés, traditional taverns and independent shops.
The best plan is often the simplest: choose a neighbourhood, wander through its streets and stop wherever catches your eye.
In Madrid, some of the best experiences are completely spontaneous.
Afternoon: Shopping and One Last Walk Through the Centre
Spend your final afternoon exploring Preciados, Callao and Gran Vía.
Browse the shops, enjoy a coffee or simply take one last walk through the streets before returning to your accommodation.
The area around Sol and Gran Vía offers endless shopping, entertainment, dining and cultural options, all within walking distance of Windsor Puerta del Sol.
Sunset: Say Goodbye to Madrid from Above
To finish your getaway, visit one of Madrid’s rooftop terraces or viewpoints and watch the sunset over the city’s rooftops.
Raise a glass, look back on everything you have experienced during your 48 hours and start planning your next visit.
Because Madrid has that effect: you have not even left yet, and you are already looking forward to coming back.
Enjoy More of Madrid for Less This Summer
A 48-hour getaway is enough to fall in love with Madrid, although it will probably leave you wanting to discover even more.
This summer, take advantage of our special promotion:
20% off stays during August
Minimum stay of two nights
Stay at Windsor Puerta del Sol, relax in the heart of the city and enjoy the freedom of having Madrid’s main attractions just a few steps away.
Book directly through our official website and start planning your summer getaway to Madrid.